Health and Happiness
Health and Happiness is a Sustainability Pillar in our Sustainability Strategy 2021 - 2031. The relevant key principle is: 'Building the well-being of our people is important for the long-term health of our community'. Our objectives related to this pillar are:
- Foster and encourage an active, health and happy workforce
- Support human-centred design principles in current and future public spaces, streetscapes and neighbourhoods
- Prioritise investment in community initiatives to improve health, well-being and community connection
- Support initiatives that create connected communities with key service areas
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What We're Doing
Current projects related to the Health and Happiness pillar include:
Posted 03 July 2025
New Youth Fitness Programs Fuel Confidence And Mental Wellbeing
Two innovative, free 10-week fitness programs are making waves at the Denmark Recreation Centre by transforming how our younger community members build their physical and mental strength.
Posted 26 June 2025
Expression of Interest - Contract Fitness Instructors
The Shire of Denmark Recreation Centre is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Contract Fitness Instructors to deliver high-quality group fitness classes across our fitness program.
Posted 03 December 2024
Respectful Relations Program Launched with 16 Laps for 16 Days in WA
Community clubs united last week to take a stand against family and domestic violence
Posted 28 November 2024
McLean House to Receive Boost of Youthful Energy
Council agrees to advertise proposed lease of McLean House to Denmark Dance Company
Posted 26 July 2024
Connection Through Planting for National Trees Day
Shire collaborates with local school to revegetate bushland areas with native species
Posted 20 June 2024
Consultation for Inaugural Youth Strategy to Begin Soon
Preliminary work underway, youth aged 15-25 invited to be peer researchers
Posted 19 June 2024
Turner Road Trails Concept Plan: Out for Comment
Concept plan and supporting documentation now available on Your Denmark
Posted 26 March 2024
Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Construction to begin in 2025 thanks to $697,666 State Government grant
Posted 14 February 2024
School Holiday Program Flyer: Get Your Activity Featured
Contact Community Services before Monday 4 March to be featured for free
Posted 08 February 2024
New iPads a Win for Accessibility at Denmark's Library
iPads available to borrow for library members to boost accessibility to online resources
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Other Local Initiatives
Information about relevant Shire supported and community-led initiatives related to the Health and Happiness pillar will be listed here.
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Contact
Our Sustainability Officer and Community Development Officer can be reached at (08) 9848 0300 or info@denmark.wa.gov.au
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